Historical Events
- Avalanche destroys every building in Leukerbad, Switzerland; kills 53
Famous Deaths
- Captain Benjamin Church, Plymouth Colony settler and military leader
1718 Highlights
About January 17, 1718
Day of the Week: Monday
How Long Ago? 305 years, 4 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No
Star Sign: Capricorn
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